The Moonridge Foundation’s annual Philanthropy Leaders Summits are funders forums that take place in Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada attracting over 500 corporate funders, family foundations, and individual philanthropists to learn about best practices and trends in giving. The attendees represent a healthy mix of philanthropists, corporate leaders, and community advocates who all are interested in moving the needle on philanthropic giving and collaboration to better our communities. The audience leaves feeling inspired to make a greater philanthropic impact via their companies, personal giving (time and money), grantmaking entities and/or nonprofits.

The Greater Good Council (GGC) embodies the power of collective impact through an annual grant, pooling member funds via The Moonridge Foundation. Along with an extensive screening process, these funds are used to develop growing organizations and achieve the highest impact possible. To date, the council has granted over $1.2M to local grantees.

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The Jameson Fellows are a group whose purpose is to create a culture of greater cohesion among non-profit, governmental and academic leaders and represents all five social sectors – health/human services, education, arts and culture, natural/built environment, and jobs/economy. Launched and sponsored by philanthropist Gard Jameson, the Moonridge Foundation serves as the facilitator of this leadership program. The Moonridge Foundation organizes this collaborative effort to build trust among Fellows so they learn to recognize their value to their community, their strengths as leaders, and how best to support one another.

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Downtown Cares is a collaborative day of philanthropy and service founded and led by The Moonridge Foundation and the El Cortez Hotel and Casino in 2011, in conjunction with an array of downtown Las Vegas businesses and organizations. The sole purpose is to give back to the local community by lending a helping hand. Past recipients include Casa de Luz, Veteran's Village, 18b Arts District, The Shade Tree/Noah's Animal House, Catholic Charities, The Las Vegas Rescue Mission and Boys and Girls Club.

Southern Nevada depends on the Colorado River for nearly 90% of its drinking water, but historic drought, climate change, and continued growth are putting that future at risk.

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Las Vegas Walk 4 Water brings our community together to raise awareness, support innovative solutions, and invest in the organizations protecting our most precious resource.

Attendees participated in meaningful discussions about the future of philanthropy in Nevada and celebrated the state’s philanthropic community. Local leaders come together to discuss the vital role of philanthropic and public funding in driving the state’s growth, addressing community needs, and building a sustainable future for all Nevadans.